NZ vs WI 2nd ODI Highlights of West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025
New Zealand defeated West Indies by five wickets in the 2nd ODI at Dunedin, sealing the series with a dominant all-round performance. So Let’s take a look at NZ vs WI 2nd ODI Highlights of West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025.
Shai Hope’s Heroics Anchor West Indies’ Innings
On a brisk Dunedin morning, West Indies captain Shai Hope delivered an exceptional display, notching his 19th ODI century with an unbeaten 109 off just 69 balls, providing the backbone for his side’s total. Hope accelerated with trademark fluency, mixing assured strokes through the covers and powerful lofted shots, including several sixes that thrilled the crowd. However, his teammates struggled to build substantial partnerships as New Zealand’s pace attack capitalized on helpful conditions. Nathan Smith emerged as the standout bowler for the hosts, claiming 4 for 42 and breaking the back of the West Indian middle order. Kyle Jamieson’s 3 for 44, including crucial wickets through sharp bounce and movement, further restricted the visitors, who finished with 247 for 9 in their allotted overs.
Ravindra’s Composed Fifty and New Zealand’s Chase
In response, New Zealand’s chase was anchored by Rachin Ravindra, who constructed a fluent 56 off 46 balls, pacing the innings smartly after the hosts lost two quick wickets in the powerplay. Supported by a steady partnership with Tom Latham and calculated aggression from Mark Chapman, New Zealand maintained the required run rate despite occasional breakthroughs by the West Indian attack. The West Indies fielders showed energy, with sharp catches and good ground coverage, but could not separate the set batters at crucial moments. Michael Bracewell and Mitchell Santner kept their cool in the latter stages, ensuring there were no last-minute stumbles. New Zealand reached the target with five wickets and several overs to spare, demonstrating authority with both bat and ball to secure the ODI series win.
With the series decided, will the West Indies find answers ahead of the final ODI, or will New Zealand’s momentum remain unstoppable?
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